A Retriever (Labrador) that is looking for a forever home in Darlington has been catching the attention of quite a few people after having her name inspired by TV show Friends. 

Monica is one of numerous dogs that Dogs Trust in Darlington looks after and is now looking for a forever home in the build-up to Christmas. 

The Northern Echo: Monica and PhoebeMonica and Phoebe (Image: DOGS TRUST)

While the name alone might capture your heart, the pictures of Monica have also been grabbing some attention, with Monica's best friend Phoebe - surely no coincidence - being adopted separately from the Darlington-based charity earlier this year.

So what can you expect if you adopt Monica?

According to Dogs Trust, a home in a rural area with not too many visitors would be ideal for Monica, while a secure garden so she will have somewhere she can potter outside is a must. 

And that's not all.

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The adopters of Monica will need to visit her a few times at the centre a few times before they transition into their forever homes.

Monica is five-years-old and enjoys having toys to play with.

Mental enrichment such as Licky mats, snuffle mats etc will be good for her to help build confidence and to give her fun activities at home.